5 Ways to Digitally Detox
I can openly admit I spend a lot of time in front of screens, not only because I’m a blogger, but also because in bad times my only communication method with the outside world is via computer or phone.
While the digital age has brought the whole world to our fingertips, it has also brought about an age where a lot of us spend our time attached to some kind of electronic device.
As such, when it comes time to switch off, we often seem unable to completely detach ourselves from social media or emails.
While I’m not that great at spending time “offline” here are five of my tips for those of us who do find it hard.
Set a time to switch off.
Have a think about what you need to do, get it all planned out, add in some leisure time, then a little bit more time for getting distracted by a funny cat or cute dog videos and then decide on your switch-off time.
Experts say making sure you have at least 15 – 30 minutes of wind-down time before bed can really help you sleep, so why not start with that.
After all, it isn’t long and it could even help with a better nights rest.
Make your bedroom an electronic-free zone.
I have to admit, I’ve not really mastered this one myself, especially as I listen to audiobooks, or watch TikTok on my phone before bed.
However, we have removed the TV from the bedroom so at least that is one less temptation around when trying to get to sleep.
Leave your phone at home.
If you’re going out for the day with friends, why not leave your phone behind?
Or if you feel that you may need it for safety reasons (or ringing your lift home) pop it into your bag, but turn it off and enjoy the time of being with other humans.
Set your emails to out of office.
If you’re headed away and the temptation is to check your emails in case something important has arrived and you might just miss out if you don’t let them know you are away.
Then make sure you’re out of office is on, that way everyone will know you will get back to them, but it just may take a little longer than usual.
Tell people what you are up to.
If your worried your friends or family might need to get in touch during your offline time, let them know what you are up to beforehand.
Tell the times you will be switched off between and ask that they only get in touch if they really need to.
I am sure they will understand, in fact, they even might follow your lead and switch off themselves.
The truth is digital detoxing can help with getting you back into a better sleep pattern, which in turn can help with focus and concentration, which in turn can give you more energy to spend time with the people you love. What’s to lose by giving it a try?
Have you ever tried a digital detox, how did you find it?
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These are great suggestions! I really need to set a time to turn everything off. That would be helpful.
These are wonderful tips. I rarely use my gadget in the bedroom. I have also banned the use of anything digital when we’re having dinner or eating out.
This is a great post!
In these days of constant digital distractions, it offers some great advice.
I honestly really need to start doing this as I feel as though I work 24 hours a day 🙁 xxx
I need a detox. I spend way too much time on my devices.
I come home from work and will still be working until 2/3 in the morning before unwinding for 20 minutes by watching a programme but even then I am still on my phone completing threads and it is tiring lord knows I need a digital detox !
Some great ideas here – I really need to do out of office emails more often!
I have been trying to think of ways to not spend as much time on the computer or my cell phone . I’ve heard many times that you will sleep better and fall asleep more easily if you turn off all of your devices one half hour before going to bed . I’ve been trying this lately and it does seem to help.
I need to do a digital detox although I don’t know when I would get a chance too.
This is such a great way to get detached from your smart phone. I have used apps to limit my social media use–funny how technology cuts you off from technology.
I really need to consider doing these things more often. I feel like I’m almost always connected in some way.
If this wasn’t my job I would’ve done it for Lent. I need a break sometimes.
I think I need a detox now! LOL I could use it because we’re so busy right now. Is it time for the beach yet?
I could really use a digital detox. The problem is that digital everything is my bread and butter. =/
I am really bad at not turning off digital devices before bed. I usually fall asleep with the TV on. I probably should try a digital detox…
I agree totally and my bedroom is a tech free zone other than a book that’s all that’s allowed and I make sure I give myself a break after a few hours online
Sometimes I get so tired of the electronic world. I like to occasionally leave my phone and find things to do outside and away from all things digital.
I try quite often to reduce my screen time.I find it best in the lounge to keep my phone in another room. Some great tips to try here.
I really need to enforce some of these rules.
I try to turn off my computer stuff at about 8 and not touch it after that. I make sure the bedroom is totally free of electronics too.
I tried it once for a week and felt so so much better lol But as a blogger it’s impossible you just can’t there is always stuff to be done! x
The only time I have done a digital detox is when I have been on a cruise. I need to start doing this when I am home.
I am trying to not use my phone before bed and stick to traditional reading as I only read phyiscal books. But I do need to try and spend more time doing things which don’t involve technology x
I would DIE without internet. I almost think I like my iPhone more than my husband.
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